as in ditch
a long narrow channel dug in the earth
dug a trench and filled it with water in an attempt to keep the forest fire off her property
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Recent Examples of trench
Grab your partner’s oversized button-down, or opt for a cropped trench this summer for a modern take on classic, suited styles.
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John Monaco, InStyle, 9 June 2026
Utility undergrounding District x1A is centered around Crest Canyon, with 82 poles and 12,520 linear feet to be converted into 19,610 linear feet of underground trench.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2026
Maintain the Edge After creation, a V-trench edge demands refreshing in spring and then every two months during the growing season.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
Anthony is wearing a tan Burberry trench, open over a cashmere turtleneck that looks expensive even in the dark.
—Shyla Watson, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
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John Monaco, InStyle, 9 June 2026
Utility undergrounding District x1A is centered around Crest Canyon, with 82 poles and 12,520 linear feet to be converted into 19,610 linear feet of underground trench.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2026
Maintain the Edge After creation, a V-trench edge demands refreshing in spring and then every two months during the growing season.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 June 2026
Anthony is wearing a tan Burberry trench, open over a cashmere turtleneck that looks expensive even in the dark.
—Shyla Watson, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for trench
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trench
Noun
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Workers repairing a ha-ha, a ditch traditionally used to contain livestock without interrupting the view across an estate, uncovered a tunnel entrance, along with Tudor-era artifacts including pottery, bones, and glass bottles.—
Anne Doran,
ARTnews.com,
15 June 2026
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If unable to reach a secure shelter, either crouch down in your car, covering your head, or abandon the vehicle and seek refuge in a low-lying area like a ditch or ravine.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
Noun
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Empty standing water at least once a week (birdbaths, pet bowls, plant saucers), fix dripping faucets and keep gutters clear.—
Sharon Wu,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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If a downspout on your gutters is dumping into a low area and leaving a puddle, redirect the spout to a spot where water will run off.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Noun
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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If no alternative exists, set up camp in a valley, ravine, or other low-lying areas.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
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“Trench.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trench. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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